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General Event Information

Visit Somerville's Diverse + Vibrant Arts Community

Over 400 artists in over 100 venues will open their homes and studios for the 13th Annual Somerville Open Studios Event on May 5 & 6, 2012, noon to 6pm with some studios open Friday the 4th 2011, 6 - 9pm.

During this free showcase for the arts, mid-career and emerging artists working across a broad spectrum of fine art styles and craft media will exhibit their work to the public.

Visitors to SOS will be treated to displays of art in both traditional and non-traditional spaces throughout the city.

Visiting Tips

Helpful tips for visiting sos.

2012 Exhibitions

somerville Museum Artists Choice Show at the Somerville Musem
The Artists' choice show is a show in which each participating artists is invited to submit a piece. Over 100 pieces make this a great place to see a sampling of art. April 20 - May 18, 2012 Somerville Museum

SOS Volunteer Show at Bloc 11
See the work of Somerville Open Studios Volunteers in a cafe setting.
April 16 - May 27 2012 | 11 Bow St., Union Square, Somerville

Inside Out Gallery
See the work of Somerville artists from the street in the Inside Out Gallery (CVS Window).
Davis Square, Somerville

Other Events

Somerville Open studios also has other events planed, see the Events section for details of shows and openings associated with the event.

Parking Info

Detailed parking information has been posted to the parking and directions page.

Getting around Somerville

SOS attendees are encouraged to use public transport, the Somerville Open Studios Trolleys, bikes scooter and walk by foot if possible.

Trolleys

sos_trolley1sm During the event May 5 & 6, 2012, noon to 6pm , Trolley service is available to help visitors get around. Trolleys will at approximately 15 minute intervals during SOS hours. Signs indicating where stops are located will be posted. The trolley route will be available in the map book and on the downloadable maps.

Trolley Route

sos_trolley1smThe trolley route has changed this year and we've added 12 more stops with a total of 24! Look for the new trolley signs with this flag on top!

Trolley Spoken Word Performances are back on the Trolleys for 2012.